{"id":3663,"date":"2025-07-23T21:10:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T14:10:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/?p=3663"},"modified":"2025-07-23T21:10:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T14:10:04","slug":"thailand-big-data-routes-to-roots-tourism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/2025\/07\/thailand-big-data-routes-to-roots-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"Thailand Leverages Big Data to Launch &#8216;Routes to Roots&#8217; Tourism"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><b>In a landmark collaboration, public, academic, and private sectors have united to launch &#8220;Routes to Roots,&#8221; a pioneering initiative using mobility data to champion cluster tourism. The project aims to revitalize Thailand&#8217;s vital tourism industry by transforming secondary cities into premier destinations, addressing post-pandemic recovery lags and intensifying global competition.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b><span class=\"citation-215\">Bangkok, Thailand<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-215 citation-end-215\"> \u2013 Thailand is embarking on a strategic overhaul of its tourism sector, shifting focus from saturated primary destinations to high-potential secondary cities. <\/span><span class=\"citation-214 citation-end-214\">A formidable alliance including the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMU-C), the Office of National Higher Education Science Research and Innovation Policy Council (NXPO), Chulalongkorn University&#8217;s Social Design Lab, True Corporation, and Cloud-and-Ground, has unveiled a groundbreaking strategy to navigate the industry out of its current stagnation. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"citation-213 citation-end-213\">The initiative, themed &#8220;Routes to Roots,&#8221; leverages big data analytics to create new tourism &#8220;supply&#8221; through a cluster-based model. <\/span><span class=\"citation-212 citation-end-212\">By analyzing vast datasets of mobile phone usage, the project identifies organic travel patterns, paving the way for the development of curated cultural routes designed to offer authentic, immersive experiences that reconnect visitors with Thailand\u2019s rich heritage. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>A Critical Juncture for Thai Tourism<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Tourism has long been a cornerstone of the Thai economy. <span class=\"citation-211 citation-end-211\">In the benchmark year of 2019, the Kingdom welcomed nearly 40 million international visitors, generating revenue that accounted for approximately 19% of the nation&#8217;s GDP and ranking it fourth globally in tourism receipts. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>However, the global landscape has been irrevocably altered by the COVID-19 pandemic. <span class=\"citation-210 citation-end-210\">While tourism is rebounding, Thailand&#8217;s recovery at 47% growth is being outpaced by regional competitors. <\/span><span class=\"citation-209 citation-end-209\">Japan has seen a staggering 112% resurgence, with Vietnam close behind at 68%. <\/span><span class=\"citation-208 citation-end-208\">Consequently, Thailand&#8217;s tourism recovery remains 12% below its pre-pandemic peak, and the sector&#8217;s contribution to GDP has fallen to 14%. <\/span><span class=\"citation-207 citation-end-207\">This downturn is exacerbated by persistent negative factors, including a global economic slowdown and ongoing geopolitical tensions that dampen travel sentiment. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>The competitive pressure is mounting. <span class=\"citation-206 citation-end-206\">Vietnam is aggressively leveraging price competitiveness and promoting emerging destinations. <\/span><span class=\"citation-205 citation-end-205\">Indonesia is capitalizing on its vast natural resources, offering affordable luxury and comfort. <\/span><span class=\"citation-204 citation-end-204\">Meanwhile, Singapore continues its investment in world-class man-made attractions that promise safety and convenience, while Japan doubles down on its powerful cultural identity and scenic cities, offering immersive and affordable experiences that resonate deeply with modern travelers. <\/span> This competitive environment necessitates a strategic pivot for Thailand to redefine its value proposition.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3665\" src=\"https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/mobility-big-data-routes-roots-TheReporterAsia-2.jpg\" alt=\"Routes to Roots\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/mobility-big-data-routes-roots-TheReporterAsia-2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/mobility-big-data-routes-roots-TheReporterAsia-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Solution: Data-Driven Cluster Tourism<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"citation-203 citation-end-203\">The answer to this challenge, according to the consortium, lies in a data-centric approach to &#8220;Creating New Supply through Cluster Tourism.&#8221; <\/span><span class=\"citation-202 citation-end-202\">The strategy is built upon insights from True Corporation\u2019s &#8220;Data Playground&#8221; project, which analyzed an immense dataset of over 500 million travel trips between 2023 and 2024. <\/span> This mobility data has illuminated distinct, organic travel patterns, revealing how tourists naturally move between cities.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"citation-201 citation-end-201\">This analysis has identified 21 high-potential tourism clusters across the nation\u2014groups of provinces that are already linked by traveler behavior. <\/span><span class=\"citation-200 citation-end-200\">Examples of these natural clusters include the northern route of Chiang Mai\u2013Lampang\u2013Lamphun, the western corridor of Nakhon Pathom\u2013Ratchaburi\u2013Kanchanaburi, and the central coast linkage of Phetchaburi\u2013Prachuap Khiri Khan\u2013Samut Sakhon\u2013Samut Songkhram. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>For a group of cities to be formally developed as a viable tourism cluster, it must satisfy five critical criteria:<\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-199\">Defining Identity:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-199 citation-end-199\"> The cluster must possess popular attractions that forge a unique and marketable identity. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-198\">Distinct Segments:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-198 citation-end-198\"> It must attract clearly defined tourist segments, enabling precise and effective marketing strategies. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-197\">City Roles:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-197 citation-end-197\"> Each city within the cluster must have a defined role, typically consisting of a central hub city, key satellite cities, and supporting destinations. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-196\">Impact Management:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-196 citation-end-196\"> The development must consider the potential impacts of tourism, with clear strategies to prevent overtourism and respect each area\u2019s environmental and social carrying capacity. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-195\">Scalability:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-195 citation-end-195\"> The model must allow for the strategic distribution of tourists to new, targeted destinations, ensuring sustainable growth. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>A Unified Vision for a New Era<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The project is backed by a unified vision from leaders across policy, technology, and academia, each emphasizing a different facet of its transformative potential.<\/p>\n<p><b>Professor Dr. Komgrit Leksakul, Deputy Executive Director of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nxpo.or.th\/th\/en\/\">NXPO<\/a><\/b>, stressed the foundational role of research and innovation. \u201cNXPO firmly believes that research and innovation are at the heart of driving the nation forward,&#8221; he stated. <span class=\"citation-194 citation-end-194\">&#8220;Insights from the Routes to Roots initiative demonstrate how structured analysis of big data can offer new perspectives for policymaking, tailored to a modern economy that values sustainability, inclusivity, and social equity. Guided by the vision \u2018SRI for All\u2019, we are committed to advancing place-based research that delivers tangible impact at both community and national levels.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3666\" src=\"https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/mobility-big-data-routes-roots-TheReporterAsia-3.jpg\" alt=\"Routes to Roots\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/mobility-big-data-routes-roots-TheReporterAsia-3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/mobility-big-data-routes-roots-TheReporterAsia-3-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>From the technology perspective, <b>Mr. Ekaraj Panjavinin, Chief Digital Officer at <a href=\"https:\/\/thereporter.asia\/eng\/2025\/06\/true-sustainable-telecom\/\">True Corporation<\/a><\/b>, highlighted the practical applications of the data. \u201cMobility data is a key enabler in shaping strategic direction for Thailand\u2019s tourism industry, helping it overcome current challenges while fostering long-term sustainability,&#8221; he said. <span class=\"citation-193 citation-end-193\">&#8220;This data opens up opportunities to enhance the travel experience in multiple dimensions, from improving mobility and managing crowd density at tourist sites to supporting emergency preparedness. Ultimately, it enables broader opportunity creation, more equitable income distribution to local businesses and communities, and positions Thailand with new competitive advantages on the global stage.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Representing the academic viewpoint, <b>Asst. Prof. Dr. Nattapong Punnoi, Deputy Director of the CU Social Design Lab<\/b>, focused on market evolution. \u201cIn today\u2019s evolving competitive landscape, reshaping the tourism \u2018supply\u2019 can elevate Thailand\u2019s tourism industry and unlock economic opportunities in emerging high-potential areas, referred to as \u2018destination-worthy cities,\u2019\u201d he explained. <span class=\"citation-192 citation-end-192\">\u201cThis cluster-based tourism strategy enables all stakeholders&#8230;to see the industry through a new lens. This approach is especially relevant in an era where tourists increasingly seek authenticity, meaningful experiences, and deeper value.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>&#8216;Routes to Roots&#8217;: Six Journeys into Thailand\u2019s Soul<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"citation-191\">From the 21 data-identified clusters, creative agency The Cloud has curated the initial launch of <\/span><b><span class=\"citation-191\">six &#8220;Routes to Roots&#8221; journeys.<\/span><\/b> <span class=\"citation-190 citation-end-190\">These are not merely travel itineraries but narrative-driven explorations designed to showcase the shared cultural DNA that connects provinces within a region. <\/span> Each route offers a unique and profound immersion into Thai heritage:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-189\">Food Route (Chanthaburi\u2013Trat):<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-189 citation-end-189\"> A culinary pilgrimage to Thailand\u2019s East to discover a treasure trove of local ingredients, particularly herbs and spices like cardamom and wild ginger that define iconic dishes like Kway Teow Moo Liang. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-188\">Volcano Route (Buriram\u2013Surin\u2013Sisaket):<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-188 citation-end-188\"> A journey through the Northeast along the trail of extinct volcanoes, revealing a cultural mosaic that boasts the nation&#8217;s highest concentration of ancient Khmer stone castles, renowned silk weaving communities, and vibrant ethnic diversity. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Flavor Route (Samut Sakhon\u2013Samut Songkhram\u2013Phetchaburi\u2013Prachuap Khiri Khan):<\/b> An exploration to the source of iconic Thai flavors, tracing the origins of premium seafood, sea salt, and palm sugar. <span class=\"citation-187 citation-end-187\">Travelers learn from local artisans and gain a deep understanding of Thailand&#8217;s culinary essence. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Lanna Culture Route (Chiang Mai\u2013Lamphun\u2013Lampang):<\/b> An immersion into the majestic Lanna civilization of the North. <span class=\"citation-186 citation-end-186\">This route uncovers architectural marvels, timeless arts, and a distinct cuisine shaped by over a thousand years of history along ancient trade routes. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span class=\"citation-185\">Nature Route (Nakhon Si Thammarat\u2013Phatthalung):<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-185 citation-end-185\"> A serene escape to the South, offering a slower, more profound connection with Thailand\u2019s lush landscapes, from misty mountains to tranquil wetlands. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>River Route (Suphan Buri\u2013Uthai Thani\u2013Chai Nat):<\/b> An experience of the water-linked heritage of the central plains, where rivers have shaped traditions, communities, and unique ways of life for centuries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"citation-184 citation-end-184\">Two additional routes are already in development and set to launch soon. <\/span> This initiative signals a strategic, intelligent, and sustainable path forward, aiming to distribute economic benefits more broadly and secure Thailand&#8217;s position as a world-leading destination for authentic and meaningful travel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#ThailandTourism #RoutesToRoots #ClusterTourism #BigData #MobilityData #CreativeEconomy #SustainableTourism #DiscoverThailand #SecondaryCities #ThaiCulture #EconomicRecovery<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a landmark collaboration, public, academic, and private sectors have united to launch &#8220;Routes to Roots,&#8221; a pioneering initiative using mobility data to champion cluster tourism. 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